Jehovah's Witnesses will host its regional convention, "Pursue Peace," online from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 27 at jw.org. The program will be enjoyed by millions of people around the world in 500 languages. Peace involves much more than the absence of conflict. All of us face trials that can rob us of peace […]
The Portland Art Museum presents "Perspectives," a special exhibition of more than 60 works by local BIPOC (Black, indigenous and people of color) photographers made during the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. Perspectives features work by artists Emery Barnes, Joseph Blake, Linneas Boland-Godbey, David (Daveed) Jacobo, Mariah Harris, and Byron Merritt. The exhibition opens […]
Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free seminar "3 Ways to Give and Protect Benefits for Special Needs" starting at 11 a.m. Aug. 27. This event will be presented both virtually as well as in-person by attorney Karen Webber. Registration is free and required to attend. To register and receive […]
The Clark County Genealogical Society will host its 50th anniversary celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library, 3205 N.E. 52nd St., Vancouver. The event, a 70s-themed costume party that is open to the public, will be held rain or shine outdoors. Covered seating will be available. […]
The Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival, "Rebirth of the Blues," returns Aug. 26-28 to Esther Short Park. Hours are 3 to 10 p.m. Aug. 26, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 27 and 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 28. The festival features 17 bands and a nationally acclaimed lineup of Grammy winners, American Blues Award […]
Artists and art lovers over 18 are invited to join the Art Critique Group meeting every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. in the atrium at 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., near Art on the Boulevard and Meiko's Marketplace Flowers. Attendees will draw, paint, and discuss art. For more information, email Gail at gqrn12316@gmail.com.
North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St. in Amboy's renovated 1910 United Brethren Church, presents the Forest Fire Lookout Exhibit, on display throughout August. The museum will offer a free presentation at 2 p.m. Aug. 27 by Chuck Whitten, a former Forest Service employee who worked in the lookouts during the summer. Lookouts were used […]
"Brews for New Avenues" is the world's largest rare beer auction, with proceeds going to the nonprofit New Avenues for Youth to help end youth homelessness. The event will be held from 1 to 8 p.m. Aug. 27 at The Redd on Salmon Street, 831 S.E. Salmon St., Portland. VIP entrance ($100 to $150) is […]
Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary is hosting a Block Party and Doggy Fashion Show from 4 to 8 p.m. Aug. 27. The party, on Seventh Street between Washington and Main, will include vendors, activities, and of course - dogs! The main event is the doggy fashion show at 7 p.m. and the theme is "Garden Tea […]
Burnt Bridge Cellars, 1500 Broadway St., Vancouver, will offer live music from 7 to 9 p.m. Aug. 27 featuring Siempre La Guitarra artistic director David Tutmark and Seattle-based guitarist Hillary Field. Tickets are $35.
Original Practice Shakespeare Festival offers a free presentation of “Romeo and Juliet” at 7 p.m. Aug. 27 in Portland's Mt. Tabor Park amphitheater, Southeast 60th Avenue and Southeast Salmon Street. The company uses the original practice techniques of Elizabethan England: limited rehearsal, scrolls in hand, audience interaction, and an onstage prompter. Gender-fluid casting (just like […]
Battle Ground Lake State Park staff and volunteers will host fun, educational and free Summer Saturday Interpretive Programs for adults and kids alike. The program "Hurrah for WA State Parks & Battle Ground Lake!" will be held at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 27. Programs take place at Battle Ground Lake State Park, 18002 N.E. 249th St., […]
Magenta Theater presents "Don Quixote de La Center" by local playwright David Bareford, a loose adaptation of Miguel de Cervantes 1605 novel, "Don Quixote de la Mancha" set in contemporary La Center at a group home for senior citizens. Aging resident Don Quintero decides he is a knight of old and embarks on misadventures comic […]
Portland Center Stage at the Armory presents "Tick, Tick...BOOM!" Aug. 20-Sept. 18 at 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Before he electrified the world with "Rent," Jonathan Larson was a young man struggling to make his mark in the theater. While he waits tables and seeks his big break, the pressure to give it all up […]
Iris growers of Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon are hosting a plant sale featuring bearded irises at the Portland Nursery on Stark Street, 5050 S.E. Stark St., Portland. Now is the time to add new irises to gardens in many different colors and sizes, from the small rockery standard dwarf bearded to the large tall […]
The Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival, "Rebirth of the Blues," returns Aug. 26-28 to Esther Short Park. Hours are 3 to 10 p.m. Aug. 26, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 27 and 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 28. The festival features 17 bands and a nationally acclaimed lineup of Grammy winners, American Blues Award […]
Heights Yoga will host Summer Park Yoga classes in the DuBois Neighborhood Park on Tuesdays and Sundays from June 26 to September 11. Tuesday classes will held at 4:30 p.m. and lead by Kelsey Allan. Sunday classes will be held at 1 p.m. and lead by Anna Otoupal.
Magenta Theater presents "Don Quixote de La Center" by local playwright David Bareford, a loose adaptation of Miguel de Cervantes 1605 novel, "Don Quixote de la Mancha" set in contemporary La Center at a group home for senior citizens. Aging resident Don Quintero decides he is a knight of old and embarks on misadventures comic […]
Enjoy "Crossing Paths," featuring live music at Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 SE 122nd Ave., Portland, from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 28. Attendees can bring a picnic dinner to enjoy on the grass and stroll through the garden to discover special sound installations. At 5 p.m., The Rose City Brass Quintet set begins followed by […]
Original Practice Shakespeare Festival offers a free presentation of “Richard III” at 7 p.m. Aug. 28 in Portland's Mt. Tabor Park amphitheater, Southeast 60th Avenue and Southeast Salmon Street. The company uses the original practice techniques of Elizabethan England: limited rehearsal, scrolls in hand, audience interaction, and an onstage prompter. Gender-fluid casting (just like in […]
